Shift Engineer - Luxury London Apartments)

PRS Recruitment Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious facilities management company in Greater London is seeking a skilled Shift Engineer to maintain luxury apartments. You will ensure compliance with building regulations, operate various systems, and deliver outstanding customer service. Ideal candidates have over 5 years of experience and relevant electrical or mechanical qualifications. This role offers a competitive salary of £47,500 and additional benefits, including 28 days of holiday rising to 33, life insurance, and comprehensive training programs.

Benefits

Share of the Resident Gratuity Fund

Life Insurance

Continuous in-house training program

Enhanced pension contributions

Social events

Complimentary uniform

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an Engineer with a suitable electrical or mechanical qualification.
• Experience in a 5* ultra-luxury environment is desirable.
• Ability to maintain and repair a wide range of mechanical, electrical, and/or plumbing systems.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure compliance with all statutory requirements for the building.
• Provide exceptional customer service to residents and colleagues.
• Maintain and operate building plant and systems effectively.

Skills

Experience in maintenance and repair

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Education

Electrical or mechanical qualification

Job description

Position: Shift Engineer - Luxury London Apartments

Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure compliance with all statutory requirements for the building, maintaining up-to-date certificates in designated Building Logbooks.
• Take responsibility for the effective repair of defects and the safe, efficient operation of the building, plant, and equipment.
• Provide exceptional customer service to residents and colleagues.
• Use Building Link to efficiently manage reactive help desk requests and provide appropriate feedback on activities undertaken and their status.
• Learn and utilize the CAFM system to receive task sheets and work requests, completing tasks efficiently according to agreed specifications and service level agreements.
• Provide feedback to the TSM on various software platforms, suggesting improvements related to health and safety, plant and equipment status, incomplete asset information, maintenance tasks, and energy efficiency initiatives.
• Maintain and operate building plant and systems, including boilers, pumps, chillers, air handling units, fans, electrical distribution, pipework, ductwork, and garage plant, within established guidelines.
• Interrogate the Building Management System (BMS) for alarm conditions, incorrect operation, time scheduling, set points, etc., and respond accordingly.
• Carry required communication equipment, respond promptly to requests, and report back with the status of repairs.
• Follow designated procedures in the event of a fire alarm, ensuring the sprinkler system and emergency generator operate as required. Isolate systems as directed by the duty manager or London Fire Brigade.

Ideal Candidates Should Possess

• 5+ years of experience as an Engineer with a suitable electrical or mechanical qualification.
• Experience in a 5* ultra-luxury environment is desirable.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain and repair a wide range of mechanical, electrical, and/or plumbing systems.

Salary & Benefits

• Annual salary of £47,500
• Share of the Resident Gratuity Fund
• Life Insurance
• 28 days of holiday per year (inclusive of Bank Holidays), rising to 33 days linked to service
• Continuous in-house training program
• Recognition initiatives and rewards for team members striving to offer residents the best possible experience
• Season ticket loans, learning and development opportunities, enhanced pension contributions, social events, complimentary uniform, personal dry-cleaning, and more.

If you are a motivated and skilled engineer looking to work in a prestigious environment, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Join us and be a part of our commitment to excellence and luxury. Apply now to start your rewarding career.